WICHITA, KANSAS—
Textron Aviation
Caught in running equipment or machinery during maintenance, cleaning · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Textron Aviation, 5800 E. Pawnee, WICHITA, KANSAS 67218 on — Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).
Final narrative
A maintenance employee was troubleshooting an automatic tool changer (ATC) on a lathe. The employee thought the ATC was stopped when he stuck his hand in to check the alignment. At that point, the ATC cycled, nipping the tip of his left 2nd finger.
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